New Honorary Lieutenant-ColonelJudge William Rodgers was appointed Honorary Lieutenant Colonel of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment, RCA.From 1988 to 2008 he was a Civilian Instructor with 103 Thunderbird Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Cadets in North Vancouver where he coached the Squadron’s Range Team and assisted with the Advanced Survival Training Program.See more...

Order of Military MeritFounded on July 1, 1972, the Order of Military Merit recognizes distinctive merit and exceptional service displayed by the men and women of the Canadian Forces, both Regular and Reserve. Many have demonstrated dedication and devotion beyond the call of duty, and the Order honours them for their commitment to Canada. 9 Dec 2010 Captain Douglas Gayton MMM CD invested as Member of the Order of Military Merit. See more...

Canadian Forces' Decoration (CD)The Canadian Forces' Decoration is awarded to officers and Non-Commissioned Members of the Canadian Forces who have completed twelve years of service. The decoration is awarded to all ranks, who have a good record of conduct.The decoration is awarded to the regular forces, reserve forces, officers of the Cadet Instructors Cadre (CIC), Canadian Rangers and holders of honorary appointments in the CF. Chief Warrant Officer Rob G Wishnicki, CD awarded the clasp to his Canadian Forces Decoration.​See more...

Most Proficient Detachment Commander of the YearThe BC Ex Artillery Sergeants Association provided this trophy for the Regiment to recognize their most proficient detachment commander for the year. This trophy is awarded annually by the firing battery’s leadership to the detachment commander that displayed the greatest overall proficiency throughout the year.The winner for 2010 is Sergeant G Kurtagich​.

Most Efficient Recruit, 15th Field Regiment, RCAThis award is presented to the most efficient recruit of the year. The winner for 2010 is Private (Recruit) NR Patch.

The Gunner Douglas Corsor Jr. Memorial Trophy​This trophy is presented to the Gunner that most exemplifies the best characteristics of being a Gunner.​ It was created by his close friends in the Regiment, Gunner Noel RR Dykes, Gunner Joseph C. Gauthier, Gunner R. Gerard, Gunner H. Harsch and Gunner V. Hughes after his untimely death in a vehicle accident in 1974. ​The award for 2010 is presented to Gunner TM Murray.

Most Proficient Bombardier of the yearMaster Bombardier Zhong is presented with the trophy for most proficient Bombardier of the year for 2008 by the Regimental Sergeant Major, Chief Warrant Officer Rob Wishnicki at the Annual Mess Dinner for the Warrant Officers’ and Sergeants’ Mess.

39 Canadian Brigade Group Change of Command DinnerThe Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment RCA performs at the 39 Canadian Brigade Group Change of Command Dinner held at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club on 15 May 2010. See more...

​Canucks Canadian Forces Appreciation NightThe Canucks honour the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces followed by the Canadian and American National Anthems. Bombardier Dan Scott is recognized for his service in Afghanistan.

Canada Day 2010The Regiment exercises the Freedom of the City which was awarded in 1977. See more...

Seaforth Highlanders CentennialThe Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment perform at the Seaforth Highlanders of Canada Ceilidh on 29 May 2010.

Remembrance Day 2010​The 21 gun salute fired downtown is usually following by cleaning, a hot rum toddy, lunch and then the Messes open for the members and their guests. Traditionally it's become a time for former members to join with their Regiment in Remembrance of those that have gone before and re-establish some old bonds. See more...

OPERATION WIGWAMThe Honorary Lieutenant-Colonel Peter Veuger arranged support from the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club to provide an opportunity for recently returned Afghanistan augmentees to take an enjoyable cruise from Kitsilano to the Wigwam Inn at the north end of Indian Arm. The Inn has an interesting history and is now owned by the RVYC as one of its out stations. See more...

Artillery Day 2010Master Warrant Officer George Dempsey eyes the parade square before stepping out to take over from his Troop Sergeant Majors. The parade goes through the chain of command, arriving last with the Commanding Officer James Barrett. The Honorary Colonel, John Brownlee-Baker assists the Commanding Officer with presentations including a Canadian Forces Decoration and certificates. See more...

​2010 Vancouver Ride to LiveThe Regiment provided a gun detachment to start the Ride to Live event, a fundraiser for prostate cancer awareness and research. Captain Don Lamb, Lieutenant George Lenis, Second Lieutenant Conway Hui, Sergeant Wayne Lysholm, Bombardier William Martinez, Bombardier Lam, Bombardier Huang, Gunner Andy Law and others were all in attendance for this first of many rides. See more...

Unknown exerciseAs a new volunteer padre, I wanted to be with my regiment as they went on exercise. The catch here was that the exercise took place over the Easter weekend. I have been associated with the regiment over the last two years being involved with various phases of regimental life such as classroom training, regimental events and throughout the pre-deployment, deployment and reintegration process for each rotation since being asked to become the volunteer padre. See more...

Armoury UpgradesTime to upgrade the perimeter fencing. It appears that some of the gun tractors have been used for overnight accommodation by some of our neighbours. It would have been real nice if the original purchase of property had included a lot more property. See more...

St Barbara's Special Guest NightAnother great St Barbara's Special Guest Night was held on the floor of Bessborough Armoury.​See more...

Military BallThe Band of the 15th Field Artillery Regiment supports another successful Military Ball.Please contact us if you have any great stories on the Ball, where it was held and additional photos showing the participants having a great time! See more...

Warrant Officers' and Sergeants' Mess

﻿The Brigadier DuMoulin TrophyThis trophy is awarded to the most efficient member of the Sergeants’ Mess as determined by the displayed rating system. It is awarded at the Warrant Officers' and Sergeants’ Mess Annual Mess Dinner for their activities in the previous year. The winner for his service in 2010 is Sergeant WK Lysholm.

Other Artillery News

Royal Canadian Artillery AssociationThe RCAA held its 125 Annual Reunion in Victoria British Columbia 30 September to 2 October 2010. This meeting was an excellent opportunity for the Gunners of Canada from Coast to Coast to get together and exchange ideas. See more...

Exploring Some of Vancouver's World War II RelicsMost Vancouverites are aware of the two "bunkers" at Tower Beach and the "Siwash Bunker" in Stanley Park. The Siwash bunker is a WW I relic, originally housing a 4" gun, and as such can be properly referred to as a "bunker." The towers at Tower Beach, however, built for WW II, never were gun emplacements and were never manned, and as such are not really "bunkers" at all. More on that after the cut. See more...

Obituaries

Lieutenant-Colonel Robert Vic Stevenson, CDBorn November 25, 1928, promoted to glory May 30, 2010. LCol Stevenson, CD started his military career with the Seaforth Cadets and served with them from 1944-1948. He joined the U.B.C. Contingent COTC from 1948-1950 and was commissioned LT Sept 1950. During this time LCol Stevenson spent his summers continuing his military training in both anti-aircraft and coastal artillery warfare. See more...

Pat Brownlee-BakerPat died on November 2nd after a long and valiant fight with cancer. Deeply loved and fondly remembered by husband John, sister Jacqueline, brother-in-law Robert, nieces Clair and Sarah. As well as many relatives and friends in Canada, the UK, France and Japan. See more...